The Gay way to swim
We don't even swim straightLoveSwim 2025
Friday, July 25, 2025 – was an unforgettable celebration!.
Thank you for an unforgettable LoveSwim!
The LoveSwim organizers – the LoveTeam – would like to thank all performers, volunteers, participants, the City of Amsterdam, Waternet, and our commercial sponsors for their contribution to the unforgettable 9th edition of LoveSwim.
As soon as we’ve rested from the organizing and the cleanup is complete, we’ll share stories, photos, and videos of this amazing day here.
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube for the latest updates! And don’t forget to tag us to share your own memories with the LoveSwim community.
Want to swim more? Join our club!
Enjoyed LoveSwim and want to swim more often in a fun, inclusive atmosphere? Become a member of Gay Swim Amsterdam!
Our club offers:
- Swimming for all levels – Whether you want to perfect your front crawl or improve your turns, our training sessions are designed to challenge and support you.
- Competitions & Social Events – Represent Amsterdam at LGBTQ+ tournaments or participate in fun social swim sessions and activities.
- A Warm Community – Make new friends, stay fit, and celebrate diversity in and out of the pool.
And good news for those from East Amsterdam: starting in September, we’ll be swimming not only at Sloterparkbad (Wednesdays and Fridays) and Het Marnix (Sundays and Mondays), but also every Tuesday evening at Sportfondsenbad Oost. Perfect if you’re from Amsterdam East!
For more information or a trial session, visit www.gayswimamsterdam.nl
LoveSwim: It’s More Than Just Swimming – watch the video from the Regulist of LoveSwim 2025
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